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Policy 2.4 People, safety and wellbeing How we look after people

Family and domestic violence support

The leave, flexibility and confidential support Just Gold provides to people affected by family and domestic violence.

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This policy is about family and domestic violence.

We see family violence as a workplace issue.

You can take up to 10 days paid leave.

You can also take unpaid leave or flexible hours.

You do not have to explain or share details.

Your colleagues do not need to know.

Managers must believe you and respect your choices.

Managers will never require a police report.

Your safety comes before paperwork.

In plain language

Just Gold treats family and domestic violence as a workplace issue. People affected can take paid leave, extra unpaid leave or flexible hours. You do not have to explain or tell colleagues the details. Managers must respond with belief and must never require a police report. Safety planning comes before paperwork.

Full policy

Section 2: People, safety and wellbeing

At Just Gold, people are the priority. This section outlines our commitments to safe, fair, inclusive and responsive working conditions. It applies to all staff, contractors, consultants and volunteers. Our aim is to embed cultural safety, wellbeing, and dignity into every part of the working experience.

Policy statement

Just Gold recognises family and domestic violence as a workplace issue. We stand with victim survivors and provide confidential, flexible, and non punitive support. Safety, autonomy, and dignity guide every response.

Support available

  • Up to 10 days paid family violence leave (in line with NES).
  • Additional unpaid leave or flexible hours as needed.
  • Access to external support services and safety planning resources.
  • Relocation or workload adjustments without explanation required.
  • Confidential handling: no mandatory disclosure of details to colleagues.

Manager expectations

  • Respond with belief, discretion, and respect.
  • Do not pressure staff to disclose or report unless they choose to.
  • Prioritise safety planning and practical support, not bureaucracy.
  • Never make work conditional on formal reporting to police or authorities.

Application

Applies to all employees and contractors. Managers and team leads will receive training on appropriate, trauma informed response.

Status
Under review
Version
2.0
Last updated
14 May 2025
Effective date
14 May 2025
Review date
March 2027
Owner
CEO, Just Gold